Metallurgy and Failure Analysis Department Manager
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Job Location:
Charlotte, VT - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 90000 - 130000
Posted on:
28-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Overview
Element has an opportunity for a Metallurgy & Failure Analysis Department this role you will be a member of the operational leadership team reporting to the Operations Manager or General Manager and perform a variety of leadership responsibilities within the department to insure timely and accurate test results are delivered. All Operational Leadership positions must be proficient in a number of core business skills including but not limited to compliance to established safety rules code of conduct and company policies and procedures.
Salary: $90000 - $130000/yr DOE
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the departments safety performance and awareness; spearheads and manages initiatives that drive a culture of safety first
- Under the direction of the General Manager helps lead the efficient operation and growth of the assigned department
- Plan assign and schedule work for designated staff
- Assists in the engineering and coordination of projects in the department from start to finish
- Works to assure quality timeliness consistency and accuracy of test reports
- Demonstrate knowledge of Element capabilities processes and expertise to be able to clearly explain the benefits of Element testing services
- Represents Element with the highest levels of integrity and professionalism at all times
- Responsible for promoting and ensuring the Element quality assurance and safety program initiatives are executed upon
- Responsible and accountable to assigned staff decisions to include hiring performance management performance review decisions and execution and approval of overtime and time cards
- Work with assigned staff to ensure work schedules are maintained and balanced to cover 7 day / week.
- Maintain an environment of respect and dignity within the department covering employee interactions and problem solving while ensuring work rules are known and followed
- Manages a team with fairness and consistency and takes interest in the development of direct reports
- Provide general administrative functions as required (invoicing job list upkeep supply report data for creation)
- Review testing services and promote additional capacity and process improvement
- Translate technical requirements of the client into providing pricing timing and technical knowledge for quoting and commercial efforts
Skills / Qualifications
- Bachelors degree (B.A. or B.S.) from a four year college or university with a focus in Material Science / Metallurgy discipline and / or a minimum of 5 years experience in a leadership role with a diploma or GED certificate preferred
- Working knowledge of laboratory safety with extensive knowledge of the current suite of testing capabilities
- Ability to read and interpret test specifications drawings test plans and/or blueprints
- Strong computer skills with basic mathematical skills with the ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry a plus
- Ability to lift <50 lbs. often and > 50 lbs. on occasion and stand on feet for long periods of time
- Technical leadership is vital to the production and operation of assigned tests with advanced working knowledge to operate various testing equipment
- Ability to communicate (written and oral) effectively with clients and colleagues with great attention to detail and timing of results
- Proven ability to multi task and work under strict time lines
- Organizational problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to effectively establish and maintain two-way communications to understand the needs and concerns
- Understanding of continuous improvement disciplines such as Six Sigma Kaizen Lean Manufacturing 5S etc. preferred
Diversity Statement
At Element we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming the worlds most trusted testing partner.
All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age disability ethnic origin gender marital status race religion responsibility of dependents sexual orientation or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Restaurant Experience
- Sales Experience
- Food Service
- Succession Planning
- Management Experience
- Materials Handling
- Pricing
- Conveyor Installation
- Food Production Experience
- Leadership Experience
- P&L Management
- Retail Management
About Company
We Are Element A global provider of Testing, Inspection and Certification services for a diverse range of materials and products in sectors where failure in service is not an option. As one of the leading providers of testing, inspection and certification services to many of the world ... View more
